Name the author of the story, 'The Ghat of the only World' :

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The author of the story 'The Ghat of the Only World' is indeed Amitav Ghosh.

*   **Why Option 1 (Amitav Ghosh) is correct:** Amitav Ghosh is a well-known and respected author, and 'The Ghat of the Only World' is a recognized essay written by him. The essay is a poignant reflection on his friendship with the poet Agha Shahid Ali and Ali's battle with cancer. It's widely attributed to Ghosh and can be found in various collections of his works and literary anthologies.

*   **Why Option 2 (Patrick Pringle) is incorrect:** Patrick Pringle is not known for writing literary essays or stories of the type and subject matter associated with 'The Ghat of the Only World.' His works are generally in different genres.

*   **Why Option 3 (J. B. Priestly) is incorrect:** J. B. Priestly was a British novelist, playwright, and broadcaster. While a prolific writer, he is not associated with the essay 'The Ghat of the Only World.' His style and subject matter are distinct from that of Ghosh's essay.

*   **Why Option 4 (Vikram Seth) is incorrect:** Vikram Seth is a celebrated Indian novelist and poet, known for works like 'A Suitable Boy.' However, 'The Ghat of the Only World' is not among his published works. The style and themes of Seth's writing are generally different from the personal and reflective nature of Ghosh's essay about Agha Shahid Ali.